What do ya'll think of the new MC Prostar

The windshield sides are an option or so I've read. I think you can order the normal windshield. In fact..I think the convertible style like the one shown is the optional one.

Looks are important, and the Prostar has always been alright in that category, really curious about the wake/handling/performance ratings on this thing. Hate the look of a slant back windshield frame but what a great way to mount the bimini and no straps!! They sure took some design cue's from the 200 on it though, lol

I'm gettin one! Then I'm a gettin me an Aztek and paintin to match as my tow car

Gary S wrote: I'm gettin one! Then I'm a gettin me an Aztek and paintin to match as my tow car

Hah! Ugliest. Car. Ever.

I think the Prostar looks great. The windows remind me of the styling of the much-maligned Bayliner Ski Challenger. But, it's a good point about giving you more access.

I missed the integrated bimini that Tim mentioned... gotta look at the video again.

Not sure about the performance reasons for the convertible bow and the pickle fork...

ny_nautique wrote: Gary S wrote: I'm a gettin me an Aztek Hah! Ugliest. Car. Ever.

Must not have ever seen the AMC Pacer!

SNobsessed wrote: ny_nautique wrote: Gary S wrote: I'm a gettin me an Aztek Hah! Ugliest. Car. Ever. Must not have ever seen the AMC Pacer!

OH...SHAME on the AMC naysayer! My bro had a Gremlin X, ugly but unbelievable little rocket it was, tiny little car with a V8, what fun! My friend also had a Hornet (3-on -the-tree, loved those, why no longer?) in which we sucessfully descended a veeerrry loooonnnng set of cement steps at Quinnipiac College 30+ years ago in a raging blizzard. That car was unkillable.

I'd swap my 74 SW even on a 74 AMX or Javelin anyday. Any takers?

Looks of the boat are growing on me, including the pickle fork. Kudos to MC for being so progressive on a lot of these features. I'd seriously consider this boat if I had the money to buy one (straight out) which will not be in the near future. Not financing a ski boat in this economy.

On the previous 197 hull, the low-speed wake had been a major problem. I mean major. Also, the -22 wake even at 34mph was absolutely brutal IMO. Driver ergonomics were also silly with the steering wheel so far from the dash. There's no denying that those boats were visually stunning, though.

I'm immediately really happy about the new hull because the next time I go to ski school that has MC I can cut it to -22 without worrying about hitting a concrete wall behind the boat.

Sidenote: What an amazing marketing piece this quick video with Marcus was. Good lesson for other ski boat manufacturers as it totally helps sell the boat and explain all the features for pretty much zero dollars. Awesome video.

-I don't think I like the pickle fork but I'll hold judgement til I see it. I hate it on the wakeboard boats though. It looks entirely like a styling queue though since it is so minimal it can't make much difference in seating. The fork and the hump are clearly the Mastercraft thing now, just like Malibu is going for the stealthy look.
- The hump actually looks good on some of their boats from a distance so I'll reserve judgement on that too.
- The windshield looks terrible to me. Reminds me of an old Evinrude boat.
I'm not sure when wrapping a windshield became such a problem for maintaining openness next to the driver. My boat has side windows and yet it stops short of the throttle. My least favorite thing about my friends' Malibu Responses is how tightly you're packed into the drivers seat.
-I like the interior but I'd like to see more picks. I love the ski racks. I've never had side lockers so I don't know how much I'd like them but having access to the skis without having them on the floor is great.
- The bow cover seems like a decent idea. It will be interesting to see how it plays out over time.
- If it skis as well as a 200 but has better fuel economy and high-end performance, then the bar has been raised for CC to improve which will be fun to see.
All in all, I think its great to see the investment in direct drive slalom boats. I just wish I could afford one!

While at the National Show Ski Tournament this weekend I got to be up close and personal with...

1. SN 200
1. SAN 210
2. MC PS214V
3. MC X46
4. Tige RZ2
5. Tige RZ4
6. Sanger DXII (Kick butt BF boat from what it looks!)
7. Sanger V237
8. Sanger V210

I'm sure I'm biased a little...the fit and finish on the CC's were all above the rest IMO. MC was VERY close...The rub rails on the MC's are not my flavor. What baffled me is the Tige RZ boats had sticker prices of over 100k...wouldn't you just drop that on a CC then if you're not getting the budge price any more? Their interiors were plain and lacked the stitching where I wanted.

The only newerish MC I've ever driven was a 2005ish PS197 and it drove absolutely terribly. Hard turning, mushy when it did turn, slow out of the hole...really gave me a bad taste for them. Handling was awful IMO. Again..only one boat but unfortunately it gave me a bad feeling about them.

EDIT: Hope I got the boat names right, I didn't pay as close attention to them. There were a lot of bikinis there this year.

Great photo, I have always loved those old Evinrude boats, and the old MFG's but I am hopelessly stuck on Memory Lane. Ya just don't see many tri-hulls these days and I loved 'em. ...I don't like the new spork-bow boats but if you squint you can see a little tri-hull DNA...

IAughtNaut wrote: I wonder what the difference in construction quality is between the new MC and SN? I've heard that historically the CC edge was significant (with the exception of MC going to composite stringers first), can't imagine that would be the case anymore

MC construction quality has traditionally been outstanding. On par with, if not exceeding CC depending on the period of time we're talking about.

Also as a side note my family had one of those tri-hull 60's Evinrude boats back in the 80's. Brings me right back!

The 197 I am in a lot is really beautiful but I've been surprised by the little things that seem to go wrong all the time. The upholstery has not held up well despite the fact it lives indoors on a trailer. This new PS is their first significant change in over 10 years so the line was a bit neglected. What is the quality/ reliability of their newer wakeboard boats?

Dip, Every single MC we get in on trade newer than 05 or so needs significant interior work unless the boat was never used and sat inside covered.

Story was different on my dad's 92 prosport. It needed no interior attention until 2 small stitch repairs last season before we sold it.

81nautique wrote: You know I don't really mind the MC bashing but you guys have to go a little easier on my Aztek please. It's paid for and I'm driving into the ground.

These two factors do not change what it is. Let the Aztek bashing continue.

So you're the guy that bought it? ;)
I would love to have an early 80's Stars and Stripes. What I take is that MC has had an inconsistent build history which I guess goes with the corporate changes through the years. So the question is what you're getting now. Thank god for them though because they have pushed CC to make better boats. I remember really well how much of a game changer the 1987 Prostar 190 was. Whether the 1990 NWZ was already in the works or not I don't know but it seemed to occur because of the 190 at the time.
It also points out how consistent CC has been at least since the 70's, maybe the 60's.